Life on Campus

Socially Speaking

What happens on a campus designed just for women? With all the
clubs (more than 40!), athletics (NJCAA Division II and
intramural), performances, and off-campus trips (into town and
overseas), there's always something going on. There are dances and
celebrations and, yes, opportunities to meet boys too. That's
enough to keep you busy when you're not in class, studying, or
involved in one of Cottey's many learning and leadership
opportunities.

Traditions

And then there are the Cottey traditions - ducks, daisies, duck
jackets, Hanging of the Greens, step sing, and more - handed down
throughout the years from one class to the next. Some of our
traditions go back to the earliest years of the College, others
have evolved over time. There's always room for new traditions
too!

"Sweet" Suite Life

One of the most unique aspects of life at Cottey is our
suite-style living. Each suite is comprised of a central common
living room (for movie nights, long conversations, games, and study
groups), kitchenette, and a large bathroom. Around this central
area are five to six single or double bedrooms. With 10 to 14 women
living in each suite. It's the home for the family you build away
from home.

While the refrigerator, microwave, and hot plate in the
kitchenette means you can prepare your own meals, you're not going
to want to miss out on what Chef Michael Richardson is preparing in
Raney Dining Room. Ask any of our alumnae and they'll tell you that
the food here really is great. Chef Richardson, a former restaurant
chef, treats each suite to an annual 5-course gourmet meal and
Sunday brunches that are more like feasts. We think you'll be
raving about the food here, too.

Life-long Friendships

Ask most women what they love about Cottey and they'll tell you
that what they most cherish is the friends they make through all of
those experiences listed above. There are relationships that really
do last a lifetime.